Core i5-7260U vs Ryzen Embedded R2312
Core i5-7260U
Ryzen Embedded R2312
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i5-7260U is positioned at rank #297 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7260U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2312
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7260U | Ryzen Embedded R2312 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7260U | Ryzen Embedded R2312 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7260U and Ryzen Embedded R2312
Core i5-7260U
The Core i5-7260U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,953 points. Launch price was $304.
Ryzen Embedded R2312
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,952 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-7260U and Ryzen Embedded R2312 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-7260U versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 — a 2.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2312 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Core i5-7260U uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7260U scores 3,953 against the Ryzen Embedded R2312's 3,952 — a 0% lead for the Core i5-7260U. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i5-7260U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2312.
| Feature | Core i5-7260U | Ryzen Embedded R2312 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+23% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 3,953 | 3,952 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,192 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7260U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7260U | Ryzen Embedded R2312 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1356 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7260U) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded R2312). The Core i5-7260U includes integrated graphics (Iris Plus Graphics 640), while the Ryzen Embedded R2312 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7260U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-7260U rivals A12-9720P.
| Feature | Core i5-7260U | Ryzen Embedded R2312 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Plus Graphics 640 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | — |
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